At Usa-Mugshots.com, your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website. Our goal is transparency, trust, and responsible handling of data.
1. Who We Are
Usa-Mugshots.com is an independent informational website that provides step-by-step guidance on accessing U.S. public records—such as mugshots, arrest records, inmate searches, and court records—through official government and publicly available sources.
We are not a law enforcement agency, government authority, consumer reporting agency, or background check service, and we are not affiliated with any federal, state, or local government entity.
2. Information We Do NOT Collect
We want to be very clear:
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We do not collect Social Security numbers, government IDs, or criminal history data
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We do not host or store mugshots, arrest records, or inmate data
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We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information
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We do not create consumer reports under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)
3. Information We May Collect
Like most websites, we may collect limited non-personal information automatically, including:
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IP address (anonymized where possible)
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Browser type and device information
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Pages visited and time spent on the site
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Referring URLs
This data is used only to improve website performance, content quality, and user experience.
4. Cookies & Analytics
Usa-Mugshots.com may use cookies or similar technologies to:
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Understand how visitors use the site
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Improve navigation and usability
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Measure traffic and performance
Cookies do not give us access to your personal information. You may disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
5. Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to official government websites and other third-party resources.
We do not control and are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or accuracy of external websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any site they visit.
🔍 Trust Note: All outbound links on Usa-Mugshots.com are manually reviewed and verified by human researchers, and screenshots or step-by-step guides are created and tested manually for accuracy.
6. Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) Notice
Usa-Mugshots.com does not provide “consumer reports” as defined by the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq.).
Information on this website may not be used for:
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Employment screening
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Tenant or housing decisions
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Credit or loan decisions
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Insurance underwriting
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Any other purpose regulated by the FCRA
7. Accuracy & Verification Disclaimer
Information on this site may be incomplete, outdated, or subject to change. We make no guarantees regarding accuracy, completeness, or timeliness.
Users should always verify information directly with official government sources.
The presence of an arrest or booking record does not imply guilt. All individuals are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.
8. Children’s Information
Usa-Mugshots.com is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated revision date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how our website operates, please contact us: